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Swindon Council pays £138k after own vans clamped

Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.

Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs

Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.

IVF stroke compensation claim fails in court

A marketing executive's multi-million pound lawsuit against a London IVF clinic, after a stroke left her with vision loss, has been dismissed by a judge. Discover the full story behind the controversial fertility treatment.

Cambridge surgeon cleared in NHS stroke claim case

A University of Cambridge professor has been cleared of dishonesty after being accused of exaggerating disabilities in a £1m NHS compensation claim following a stroke. Discover the full story.

Paralysed gardener loses £1m High Court claim

A professional gardener left paralysed after a devastating fall from a ladder while tree-cutting has lost his £1 million High Court claim in a heartbreaking legal ruling that highlights the dangers of gardening work.

Trump sued over golden escalator fall injury

Ex-US President Donald Trump faces legal action after a woman claims she suffered severe injuries from falling on the infamous golden escalator at Trump Tower, alleging negligent design and maintenance.

Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain

A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.

Martin Lewis: 6 Council Tax Traps Exposed

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis exposes six little-known council tax pitfalls that could be draining your wallet, plus how to challenge your band and claim refunds.

NHS negligence liabilities hit record £60bn

Shocking new figures reveal the NHS's clinical negligence liabilities have skyrocketed to £60 billion, driven by a dramatic surge in maternity care compensation claims that threatens the health service's financial stability.

Gregg Wallace loses BBC High Court damages battle

MasterChef star Gregg Wallace has been denied damages after claiming the BBC caused him 'distress and harassment' following his dismissal from Saturday Kitchen, with the High Court ruling against the television presenter.

Reclaim Council Tax Overpayments - 3 Methods

Thousands of UK households could be owed significant council tax refunds. Discover three proven methods to check if you've overpaid and claim your money back today.

Model jailed for £3m NHS fraud exposed at festival

Jasmine Allchurch, 33, sentenced to prison after fraudulent £3 million negligence claim against NHS was uncovered when she was photographed dancing at festival despite claiming severe injuries.

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